BCBA

Easterseals Louisiana•New Orleans, LA

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

ESL Chartwell Center is looking to expand its ABA services for children aged 2-5. This role involves supervisory responsibilities, program development, direct instruction, and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The BCBA will work with children and families, develop behavior plans, collect and analyze data, and potentially train staff and caregivers. The position also includes opportunities for professional development, such as becoming certified in the PEERS model.

Requirements

Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, special education, psychology or related discipline
Current State Licensed and Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (as certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
Keep current with the literature, new research findings, and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCaBA certification are necessary
Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive collaborative relationship among staff
Experience working with various funding streams and other third-party sources
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficient in computer skills, especially using Outlook, Word, Excel, and customized databases
Understanding and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with staff and clients in all circumstances
Program development, evaluation, solid organizational skills, and public speaking
Good interpersonal skills, ability to relate well with persons from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural groups
Demonstrates initiative, self-motivation, practical learning skills, enthusiasm, and an ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner

Nice To Haves

Classroom teaching experience
Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming, including the training of ABA Therapists and Interventionists (if applicable)
Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families
Provide model teaching and other direct instructional support including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction, caretaker/family training, and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate replacement behaviors and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Work collaboratively with staff and families to promote positive student behavior by providing professional development that targets research- and evidence-based strategies, and modeling of instructional practices to support staff in their implementation of positive support
Create an ongoing data collection system to establish baselines and assess programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and analyze data frequently to guide programming.
Assist in the development of behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s).
Engage children/families on the waiting list for admission to ESL Chartwell Center to provide supportive services/ABA instruction until full admission to the school.
Develop and provide a menu of ABA-oriented training to provide for caregivers/families in the home setting.
Become certified in the Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS) model of care and assist in the development of a clinic where this service can be provided at the ESL Chartwell Center during after-school hours.
Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support when necessary.
Submit mileage reimbursement as needed for OPSB not to exceed 25 miles for travel to other schools.
Perform other duties as assigned.